Hill’s holds grand opening of ‘Small Paws’ nutrition innovation center
by Katie Pfaff
Food and supplement company, Hill's Pet Nutrition, held an opening ceremony for its “Small Paws” nutrition innovation center which focuses on small and miniature dogs. The $30 million, 25,000 square foot center also houses an engagement center for veterinarians and caregivers.
"Hill's is excited to announce the opening of an expansion of our global Pet Nutrition Center to focus on the special needs of small dogs and also to enhance our involvement with those who care for pets through the new innovation center," said Jesper Nordengaard, President, Hill's. "We are always investing in technology and development to serve the nutritional needs of pets as well as learning from veterinarians, customers, and caregivers through their experiences. This is how we fulfill our mission to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets and live our goal of transforming lives.”
The center will allow for the targeted study of small and miniature dogs and their specific genetics, microbiome, and behaviors in order to best support their nutrition and health. The location will play host to activities, seminars, and continuing education events for veterinary professionals and students. About 80 dogs under 20 pounds will live onsite and receive nutrition targeted toward small dogs as well as enrichment activities.
Veterinarians who visit the center will be able to observe these dogs who live at the center. Professionals can also meet with scientists to discuss specifics of animal biology.
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